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1. consumer.ftc.gov › consumer-alerts › 2023Fake shipping notification emails and text messages: What you ...

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   When you order something online, you might get several emails or text messages about your order: Confirming your order. Telling you it shipped. Saying it's out for delivery. Notifying you about delivery. Did you know that scammers send fake package shipment and delivery notifications to try to steal people's personal information — not just at the holidays, but all year long? Here's what you ...

2. www.amazon.com › gp › helpIdentifying a scam - Amazon Customer Service

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   Visit Your Orders to review your order history or, to report a suspicious message, visit . Report a scam. If you have received suspicious communication claiming to be from Amazon and you don't have an account with us, report it at reportascam@amazon.com. For more information on the most common scam tactics, visit Scam trends.

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4. www.comparitech.com › blog › vpn-privacyHow to Spot and Avoid Fake Amazon Driver Text Messages

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   3 days ago · The aim of delivery scams is to either: Steal your personal information for identity theft; Trick you into making payments under false pretenses. Delivery scams have a very high success rate. They often result in serious consequences for victims, including financial losses, compromised accounts, identity theft, and malware infections.

5. malwaretips.com › blogs › amazon-email-scamsBeware – The Top 10 Amazon Email Scams You Need to Avoid

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   Sep 28, 2023 · 10. Fake Tracking Links. The ubiquitous tracking scam involves phony shipping notification emails from Amazon with links to track your package’s expected delivery. However, clicking the tracking links redirects victims to credential harvesting phishing sites rather than any real shipping portals.

6. onerep.com › blog › amazon-scams22 Amazon scams to know and avoid in 2024 - Onerep

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   • Hacked accounts. Hackers use various tactics to access your Amazon account, including: Smishing, vishing, and phishing attempts. Spyware and keyloggers. Password cracking software.
   • Fraudulent refunds. In one of the most common Amazon scams, you’ll receive an email, text message, or phone call claiming that you’re owed a refund on a recent purchase.
   • Tech support scams. There are a few different ways scammers can perpetrate tech support scams, including: Security alert pop-ups or texts that state there is an issue, and you need to call for support.
   • Brushing scams. In an Amazon brushing scam, a cheap product you didn’t order will be delivered to your doorstep. There’s no return address, and you can’t find any evidence of purchasing the product in your Amazon account.

7. www.tomsguide.com › news › this-fake-text-messageThis Amazon text message scam can steal your account — don't ...

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   Dec 6, 2022 · These text messages claim that an expensive product was ordered from a recipient’s account though the scammers also include a phone number that they can call in case they think there was a ...

8. People also ask

   Can you get scammed on Amazon?

   • Don't ever give anyone your OTP (except your delivery driver to verify you're the recipient) or 2SV code. Amazon scams don't just happen via text and sketchy links. You may also receive correspondence from Amazon impersonators by email and phone call. These scams have the same goal—to steal your personal information or access your account.

   Common Amazon Scam Texts and How to Protect Yourself

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   Are scammers using text messages to steal Amazon shoppers' credentials?

   • Unfortunately though, the holiday season is also one of the busiest times of the year for scammers. As reported by Lance Ulanoff at TechRadar (who dodged this particular scam himself), scammers are using text messages in an attempt to steal the credentials of Amazon shoppers.

   This Amazon text message scam can steal your account — don't fall for

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   What are the most common amazon scams?

   • Fraudulent refunds In one of the most common Amazon scams, you’ll receive an email, text message, or phone call claiming that you’re owed a refund on a recent purchase. The message or caller might state that the refund is due to an overcharge or even that you’re a victim of fraud.

   22 Amazon scams to know and avoid in 2024 - Onerep

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   Can I get a refund from an Amazon email scam?

   • It’s risky to click any links in unexpected Amazon texts regarding your orders or deliveries. Manually log into your Amazon account to confirm any notifications sent via text to avoid phishing schemes. How can I get refunds lost to an Amazon email scam? Unfortunately it is very difficult to recover payments lost in Amazon email scams.

   Beware – The Top 10 Amazon Email Scams You Need to Avoid

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   What should I do if I get a fake Amazon text message?

   • If you fall for a fake Amazon text message and ultimately give the scammer your information, you should: Log into your Amazon account and change your password. Report the scam to the authorities, such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the Better Business Bureau (BBB), and your local police.

   Common Amazon Scam Texts and How to Protect Yourself

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   How do I report a scam on Amazon?

   • Learn to identify, prevent, and report scams. Don't share any personal information and report it immediately. Visit Report Something Suspicious for more information. Occasionally, Amazon will send you an email with an attachment. At the top of your message, attachments are linked in a box that reads, "Attachments (s) protected by Amazon."

   Identifying a scam - Amazon Customer Service

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9. www.verified.org › articles › scamsCommon Amazon Scam Texts and How to Protect Yourself

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   May 20, 2022 · How to Report Amazon Phishing Texts. If you fall for a fake Amazon text message and ultimately give the scammer your information, you should: Log into your Amazon account and change your password. Report the scam to Amazon. Report the scam to the authorities, such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the Better Business Bureau (BBB), and your ...